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Landscape Team Leader

Employer
Blackdown Greenroofs
Location
London (Central), London (Greater)
Salary
Above average salary (DOE)
Closing date
18 Aug 2019

Job Details

Blackdown deliver Green roof projects throughout the UK. Our reputation for quality and service has led to strong growth and a very healthy order book and so Blackdown require a site based experienced Site  Supervisor/Foreman who will focus on delivering these projects. This is a unique & varied opportunity within the industry.

Job Description

Delivery of contracts in line with safety requirements, on time, budget and in conformance to specification and to the client’s satisfaction.

Take responsibility for on-site work & liaise closely with the contract manager to deliver landscape projects.

  • Manage all contracts efficiently to ensure delivery on time and to specification whilst achieving at least the tendered margins
  • Strong operational experience, particularly of hard landscape construction, being able to confidentially lead on construction matters.
  • A good understanding of health & safety Lead the team to ensure that they deliver the contracted specification within the set timescales
  • Ensure all required resources, vehicles, machinery and materials are on site by working closely with the responsible contract manager for the project
  • Responsible for onsite health and safety
  • Provide clear instructions and taking the initiative with the on-site team to push forward the job in line with programme
  • Accurate recording of times and materials used on site
  • Deliver all works to a high quality
  • Liaising with client/customers in a courteous and professional manner
  • Delivery of all operational responsibilities in line with the company policy and procedures

Key Skills:

Highly experienced Landscape Foreman/Supervisor having worked within a
landscape construction environment.

  • Problem solving and decision-making skills
  • A good understanding of hard and soft landscape construction
  • Hold CSCS & SSSTS & SMTS & Working at Height experience.
  • Experienced in managing & motivating teams on site
  • Understanding the importance of health and safety and committed to implementing it onsite

General:

This is a hands-on position working with a team of 2 to 6 employees at any one time. The company works throughout the UK but mostly in London.

This role entails being the representative of the company on the ground and will need to conduct yourself that portrays the business in accordance with its values and approach at all times.

To make the most of this fantastic opportunity, please click "Apply".

Closing Date: 18/08/2019

Company

Who We Are

Blackdown Greenroofs was established in 1999 in the Blackdown Hills - an area of outstanding natural beauty - in Somerset. Blackdown Greenroofs was purchased by The Alumasc Group in 2008. As part of The Alumasc Group, Blackdown Greenroofs share the group's focus on sustainable building products which enable customers to manage energy and water in the built environment.

Originally specialising in the supply, installation and maintenance of roof planting systems, Blackdown Greenroofs has evolved into a complete rooftop, podium and balcony landscaping specialist.

In house technical support and a team of highly trained installers allow Blackdown Greenroofs to undertake even the most complex of projects and deliver on time and to the highest standards.

What We Do

Blackdown Greenroofs supply and install all types of finishes and ancillary items required on projects, including:

  • Paving
  • Decking
  • Irrigation
  • Planters and Planting
  • Artificial Turf
  • Play Equipment and Surfacing

Following the successful installation, Blackdown Greenroofs also offer a comprehensive maintenance package to ensure the long-term performance of the entire installation.

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